Scientific method

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The scientific method

  • Observations are made of certain phenomena.
  • Facts are established.
  • Patterns are looked for in data/observation.
  • Scientific principles are established, consistent with all of the evidence.
  • Predictions may be made based on the principles established.
  • Experiments are done to test the scientific principle.
  • Principle is refined/rejected depending on new observations.

Remember Trust nothing, test everything

  • Never cover up flaws in your theory, expose them instead.
  • Always be honest, most importantly be honest to yourself.

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